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Vietnamese supermodel struts Paris Fashion Week

V IETNAMESE supermodel Jessica Minh Anh made heads turn after strutting the Paris Fashion Week (PFW) Haute Couture runway, proving why the fashion producer remains a dominant force in the industry. Transforming from a fierce warrior queen on Franck Sorbier’s runway to an ethereal blonde goddess at Yuima Nakazato and Peet Dullaert’s shows, Minh Anh is one of the few Southeast Asian representatives on the runway. Grand entrance in Sorbier’s Barbarian Symphony The anticipation was electric as Minh Anh descended the grand staircase at Sorbier’s show, embodying strength and poise. Dressed in a dramatic black gown with a structured sleeveless top and flowing silk chiffon panels, she wielded a wooden staff adorned with teeth and claws, exuding raw power. Makeup artist Everton Freire intensified her look with feathery lashes and extended eyeliner, while hairstylist Anne Arnold styled an edgy updo that framed her signature blunt fringe, adding a mystical aura. Her geometric wooden shoes added a modern contrast to the primal elements of her ensemble. Minh Anh’s commanding presence captured the essence of Sorbier’s Barbarian Symphony collection, a tribute to the Women Wage Peace movement uniting Palestinian and Israeli women. Her deliberate movements and piercing gaze set the tone for a show that celebrated resilience and empowerment. Front row vision at Nakazato’s Fade collection Minutes later, Minh Anh emerged transformed. The warrior was gone, replaced by an ethereal blonde goddess with voluminous, textured waves styled by Lucy Lassalle. The soft, cascading curls framed her face like a halo, balancing structure

o Jessica Minh Anh radiates on French runway

and flow. Sitting front row at Nakazato’s show, she radiated elegance while continuing her long-standing support for Japanese fashion. Having fronted Yumi Katsura’s bridal campaigns and walked her runways in Paris and New York, Minh Anh deeply appreciates Japanese craftsmanship. “Nakazato’s profound storytelling with the Fade collection transported us into a world where nature and urban landscapes smoothly intertwined. He masterfully pushes the boundaries of couture while staying deeply connected to emotion and transformation,” she shared. Captured by Sharon Sgroi and Sara Finezzo, Minh Anh’s celestial presence lit up the front row, her golden waves glowing under the runway lights. Closing PFW with grace at Dullaert On the final day, Minh Anh embraced fluid elegance at Dullaert’s presentation, wearing a black sculpted one-shoulder bodice paired with a flowing pastel pink

Minh Anh proves fashion is storytelling with every look. skirt. Her youthful yet sophisticated look embodied the essence of Dullaert’s V Symbol of the Sacred Feminine collection. Hairstylist Alexandre de Paris styled her blonde waves into playful twin buns, adding a whimsical touch, while soft, doll-like makeup completed the ensemble. Statement brooches at the neckline and a high slit skirt added glamour, blending ethereal charm with modern edge. Minh Anh’s elegance embodied Dullaert’s philosophy of celebrating the body without claiming it. Fashion trailblazer’s next grand production Beyond her striking runway moments, Minh Anh continues

She captivates in Dullaert’s sculpted bodice and flowy pastel pink skirt.

Runway or front row, she does haute couture with ease.

redefining fashion with boundary pushing productions. Her innovative catwalks merge fashion, technology and global landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the Grand

Canyon Skywalk. With breathtaking spectacle on the horizon, Minh Anh proves couture is transformation, storytelling and impact. another

With a playful pose and ginger locks, she radiates charm and beauty.

Her bold hairstyle and piercing gaze capture her magnetic presence.

Minh Anh in Sorbier’s dramatic black gown and warrior staff.